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Quick facts for kids Jarrett Hurd
Hurd at FedExField in 2018
Statistics
Nickname(s)	Swift
Rated at	Light middleweight
Height	5 ft 11.5 in
Reach	78 in
Born	(1990-08-31) August 31, 1990 (age 34) Accokeek, Maryland, U.S.
Stance	Orthodox
Boxing record
Total fights	28
Wins	24
Wins by KO	16
Losses	3
Draws	1

Jarrett Hurd, born on August 31, 1990, is an American professional boxer. He used to be a world champion in the light middleweight division, holding important titles like the WBA (Super), IBF, and IBO from 2017 to 2019. In 2019, boxing experts ranked him as one of the top light middleweight boxers in the world.

Jarrett Hurd's Boxing Journey
Jarrett Hurd's Professional Boxing Record
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Jarrett Hurd's Boxing Journey

Starting as an Amateur Boxer

Jarrett Hurd grew up in Accokeek, Maryland, and went to Gwynn Park High School. He wasn't a famous amateur boxer, but he still had a good record. He won 32 fights and lost 8 in his 40 amateur matches.

Becoming a Professional Boxer

Even though Hurd wasn't a top amateur, a boxing promoter named Ross Molovinsky saw his potential. Hurd started his professional boxing career in September 2012.

Early Fights and First TV Appearance

Hurd won his first 16 fights in a row! Then, he made his TV debut on "ShoBox: The New Generation." He fought against another undefeated boxer, Frank Galarza. Hurd started slowly but then took control of the fight. He used his jab and movement to outsmart Galarza. After six rounds, the referee stopped the fight, giving Hurd a TKO win.

In May 2016, Hurd was set to fight Óscar Molina at the Barclays Center in New York. This fight was originally not going to be on TV. However, it was moved to be the opening fight on CBS just three days before the event. Hurd won the fight against Molina with a TKO in the tenth round. He even knocked Molina down in the first round.

Later that year, Hurd was supposed to fight Jorge Cota. But Cota had to drop out because of an emergency surgery. Jo Jo Dan stepped in to fight Hurd instead. The fight took place in November 2016 in Philadelphia. Hurd won with a TKO in the sixth round. He used strong combinations to overwhelm Dan.

Winning the IBF Light Middleweight Title

Hurd vs. Harrison for the Title

In January 2017, it was announced that Hurd would fight Tony Harrison for the vacant IBF light middleweight title. The fight happened in February in Birmingham, Alabama. Hurd won the title by defeating Harrison. Hurd struggled a bit at the start, but as the fight went on, Harrison couldn't handle Hurd's power. Hurd knocked Harrison down with a right hook, and Harrison couldn't continue.

First Title Defense Against Austin Trout

For his first title defense, Hurd fought against former world champion Austin Trout. The fight took place on October 14, 2017, at the Barclays Center in New York. Trout started well, using his jabs and moving around. But in the middle rounds, Hurd made the fight more of a brawl. Both boxers traded powerful punches. Hurd seemed strong and wasn't bothered by Trout's punches. Trout's right eye started to swell. After the tenth round, Trout's team stopped the fight to protect him. This was the first time Trout had been stopped in his professional career.

Becoming a Unified Light Middleweight Champion

Hurd Unifies Titles Against Lara

On April 7, 2018, Hurd had a big fight against Erislandy Lara. Lara was the WBA (Super) and IBO champion. This fight was to unify (combine) their titles. Hurd won the fight by a split decision after 12 rounds. This means two judges scored it for Hurd, and one for Lara. The most important moment was when Hurd knocked Lara down in the final round. Lara was hurt but managed to get up. This knockdown was the deciding factor in the close fight.

With this win, Hurd became a unified world champion. He joined famous boxers like Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Canelo Álvarez who had also unified titles in this weight class. Even though Lara wanted a rematch, Hurd decided to move on to bigger fights.

Defending Titles Against Welborn

In June 2018, Hurd had surgery on his shoulder, which was injured before his fight with Lara. He returned to the ring in December 2018 against British boxer Jason Welborn. The fight took place in Los Angeles, California. Hurd knocked Welborn out in the fourth round to keep his light middleweight titles. Welborn started aggressively, but Hurd eventually landed a hard body shot that dropped Welborn.

Losing Titles to Julian Williams

Hurd's next title defense was on May 11, 2019, against Julian Williams. Both boxers fought very aggressively. Williams performed better than Hurd, even knocking him down in the second round. All three judges scored the fight for Williams, giving Hurd his first professional loss. Hurd lost his WBA (Super), IBF, and IBO light middleweight titles.

Comeback Fight Against Santana

In his comeback fight on January 25, 2020, Hurd fought Francisco Santana. In this fight, Hurd showed a different style, fighting more from a distance. He dominated the fight and even knocked Santana down in the final round. Hurd won the fight by a unanimous decision.

Hurd vs. Arias

On June 6, 2021, Hurd faced Luis Arias. Hurd knocked Arias down in the ninth round. However, he lost the fight by a split decision. This means two judges scored it for Arias, and one for Hurd.

Jarrett Hurd's Professional Boxing Record

Professional record summary
28 fights	24 wins	3 losses
By knockout	16	1
By decision	8	2
Draws	1

No.	Result	Record	Opponent	Type	Round, time	Date	Location	Notes
28	Draw	24–3–1	Jeison Rosario	SD	10	Aug 21, 2024	ProBox TV Events Center, Plant City, Florida, U.S.
27	Loss	24–3	José Armando Reséndiz	TKO	10 (10), 0:05	Mar 4, 2023	Toyota Arena, Ontario, California, U.S.
26	Loss	24–2	Luis Arias	SD	10	Jun 6, 2021	Hard Rock Stadium, Miami, Florida, U.S.
25	Win	24–1	Francisco Santana	UD	10	Jan 25, 2020	Barclays Center, New York City, New York, U.S.
24	Loss	23–1	Julian Williams	UD	12	May 11, 2019	EagleBank Arena, Fairfax, Virginia, U.S.	Lost WBA (Super), IBF, and IBO light middleweight titles
23	Win	23–0	Jason Welborn	KO	4 (12), 1:55	Dec 1, 2018	Staples Center, Los Angeles, California, U.S.	Retained WBA (Super), IBF, and IBO light middleweight titles
22	Win	22–0	Erislandy Lara	SD	12	Apr 7, 2018	The Joint, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.	Retained IBF light middleweight title; Won WBA (Super) and IBO light middleweight titles
21	Win	21–0	Austin Trout	RTD	10 (12), 3:00	Oct 14, 2017	Barclays Center, New York City, New York, U.S.	Retained IBF light middleweight title
20	Win	20–0	Tony Harrison	TKO	9 (12), 2:24	Feb 25, 2017	Legacy Arena, Birmingham, Alabama, U.S.	Won vacant IBF light middleweight title
19	Win	19–0	Jo Jo Dan	TKO	6 (10), 1:08	Nov 12, 2016	Liacouras Center, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
18	Win	18–0	Óscar Molina	TKO	10 (10), 2:02	Jun 25, 2016	Barclays Center, New York City, New York, U.S.
17	Win	17–0	Frank Galarza	TKO	6 (10), 0:59	Nov 14, 2015	The Joint, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.
16	Win	16–0	Jeff Lentz	TKO	7 (8), 2:59	Aug 14, 2015	Prudential Center, Newark, New Jersey, U.S.
15	Win	15–0	Eric Mitchell	TKO	3 (8), 2:07	Apr 18, 2015	Valley Forge Casino Resort, Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, U.S.
14	Win	14–0	Emmanuel Sanchez	MD	6	Dec 5, 2014	Harrah's Philadelphia, Chester, Pennsylvania, U.S.
13	Win	13–0	Terry Cade	KO	1 (6), 2:39	Nov 1, 2014	DAR Constitution Hall, Washington, D.C., U.S.
12	Win	12–0	Joshua Robertson	TKO	1 (6), 1:51	Jun 13, 2014	Rosecroft Raceway, Fort Washington, Maryland, U.S.
11	Win	11–0	Chris Chatman	SD	6	Jan 17, 2014	Rosecroft Raceway, Fort Washington, Maryland, U.S.
10	Win	10–0	George Armenta	KO	2 (6), 0:11	Dec 6, 2013	Rosecroft Raceway, Fort Washington, Maryland, U.S.
9	Win	9–0	Frank Gedeon	UD	6	Oct 18, 2013	Rosecroft Raceway, Fort Washington, Maryland, U.S.
8	Win	8–0	Issa Coulibaly	KO	3 (4), 1:59	Aug 10, 2013	Convention Center, Washington D.C., U.S.
7	Win	7–0	Joshua Burns	TKO	2 (6), 2:39	Jul 13, 2013	Rosecroft Raceway, Fort Washington, Maryland, U.S.
6	Win	6–0	Greg Hackett	UD	6	Apr 20, 2013	The Show Place Arena, Upper Marlboro, Maryland, U.S.
5	Win	5–0	Thomas Baldwin	UD	4	Mar 2, 2013	Rosecroft Raceway, Fort Washington, Maryland, U.S.
4	Win	4–0	Trenton Titsworth	UD	4	Jan 13, 2013	Rosecroft Raceway, Fort Washington, Maryland, U.S.
3	Win	3–0	Anthony Jones	KO	1 (4), 1:09	Dec 8, 2012	Convention Center, Washington D.C., U.S.
2	Win	2–0	Coy Lanbert	KO	4 (4), 2:08	Nov 3, 2012	Convention Center, Washington D.C., U.S.
1	Win	1–0	Mike Arnold	TKO	1 (4), 1:30	Sep 29, 2012	Convention Center, Washington, D.C., U.S.